It's a jam-packed weekend in Brisbane with Lunar New Year celebrations firing up across the city! We've got skateboarding, music workshops for little ones, and plenty of free cultural fun coinciding with the BrisAsia Festival. Don't miss the chance to catch the final performances of some big shows too.
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Free guided tour - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Explore the stunning gardens with a free expert guide on Saturday.
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Museum of Brisbane
A completely free indoor treasure trove exhibition at the Museum of Brisbane.
Children's storytime in the park - Frew Park, Milton
Frew Park, Milton
A free, short, outdoor storytime session perfect for under 5s on Saturday morning.
· February 14
6: Treat the family to a special Lunar New Year High Tea experience right in the city centre. Enjoy afternoon tea blended with festive, Asian-inspired flavours for a refined weekend treat.It offers a unique, celebratory cultural experience that is nicely structured for families during the day.
FREE : Get creative as part of the BrisAsia Festival by joining this workshop to make your own lantern. It’s a fantastic, hands-on activity for kids interested in crafts and culture.It's a direct, free creative workshop tied into the city-wide cultural festival.
BRISASIA SK8 ZONEFREE : Head northside for free skateboarding workshops at the Bracken Ridge Skate Plaza. A great way to get the kids active and celebrate the BrisAsia Festival with some urban sport.It combines free, active fun with the cultural festival theme.
FREE : Take the younger kids along to Indooroopilly Library for a free musical session. This is part of the BrisAsia Festival, offering a short burst of culture and fun for little ears.It’s a free, short, and engaging cultural event specifically geared towards kids at a library.
FREE : Celebrate the Vietnamese side of the Lunar New Year with a free evening festival in Richlands. Expect food, cultural performances, and community fun under the stars.A free, specific cultural evening event that runs into the early night for families.
FREE : Take advantage of a free guided walk through the beautiful Mt Coot-tha Gardens. It’s a fantastic way to learn about the flora while enjoying some fresh air.It's a free, scheduled activity that gets the family out exploring nature on Saturday.
· February 15
4: The Lunar New Year celebrations continue on Sunday at the beautiful Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. Bring a picnic blanket and soak up the atmosphere in this gorgeous outdoor setting.A relaxed, beautiful outdoor option on Sunday to continue the festival vibe.
: This is the final day to see the spectacular military parade featuring music, ceremony, and theatre on a massive scale. It promises to be a high-impact, visually stunning show.It's one of the last chances to catch this huge, limited-run international spectacle this weekend.
CATS : It is the final day to see Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical CATS in Brisbane. If you haven't managed to get tickets yet, this is your absolute last chance before it closes.It closes today, making it a high-priority 'last chance' event for families who love big musicals.
: Catch the final day of this glittering theatre production bringing the roaring twenties to life. If the weather turns, this is the perfect indoor escape.It’s a high-quality theatrical production running on the final day of the weekend, ideal for an indoor activity.
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3FREE : Explore over 3,000 treasured items from private collections around Brisbane in this charming exhibition. It’s a wonderful, free way to wander through diverse objects and stories inside MoB.It's a completely free museum exhibition that encourages discovery and is open all weekend.
FREE : Perfect for pre-schoolers! Join the First 5 Forever session for stories and songs at Frew Park. It’s a short, free activity ideal for the youngest members of the family.This is a specific, free session for the 0-5 age bracket happening in a central park on Saturday.
FREE : Take the kids up Brisbane's iconic Clock Tower for fantastic views and hidden history. Tours run frequently, but you must book ahead for this free experience.It's a classic Brisbane must-do that's free, indoors, and available both days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Brisbane this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 14-15) there are several free options including the BrisAsia Sk8 Zone (Saturday morning), Global soundscapes musical journey for kids (Saturday), the Vietnamese Lunar New Year festival (Saturday evening), and a free guided tour at Mt Coot-tha Gardens (Saturday).
Are there any last-chance family shows this Sunday?
Yes, Sunday is the final day for two major QPAC productions: the musical CATS and the dark comedy Little Shop of Horrors. The massive Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Suncorp Stadium also wraps up its run on Sunday.
What is happening for the Lunar New Year?
The BrisAsia Festival is running, offering activities like a Lantern Making workshop (Saturday) and the Vietnamese Lunar New Year festival (Saturday evening). Celebrations continue Sunday at the Lunar New Year in the Gardens event at Mt Coot-tha.
